Three US missions rank among the top five most expensive of Nigeria's foreign missions, receiving a combined ₦21.9 billion in 2025's budget

₦310.6 billion is the total allocation for Nigeria’s 110 foreign missions in 2025.
The New York (Permanent Mission) received the highest allocation at ₦9 billion.
Three US missions (New York PM, Washington, and New York CG) together account for ₦21.9 billion.
London (₦7.2 billion) and Geneva (₦6.6 billion) complete the top five highest allocations.
European cities such as Paris, Madrid, Berlin, and Berne remain strong diplomatic priorities, collectively drawing over ₦20 billion.

Nigeria’s 2025 budget shows that its foreign missions in the United States account for a significant share of total spending, with three US-based offices—New York (Permanent Mission), Washington, and New York (Consulate-General)—collectively receiving ₦21.9 billion. Together, these missions make up three of the top five most expensive foreign missions, reflecting Nigeria's commitment to maintaining a strong diplomatic presence in the US. The New York Permanent Mission alone tops the list at ₦9 billion.

Source:

Budget Office of the Federation, Nigeria

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